Breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day. Experts say eating a regular morning meal helps control weight and can help us eat healthier meals throughout the day. And a well-balanced breakfast in the morning gives our bodies energy throughout the day.

Registered Dietician Susan Mann provided some examples of a well balance breakfast Friday morning on Today in Alabama.

Classic Overnight Oats (makes two small or one large serving)

1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt

½ cup (heaping) rolled oats

2/3 cup unsweetened milk of choice

1 Tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxmeal

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

0-2 Tablespoons honey or maple syrup

Directions:

Whisk together all ingredients in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Spoon into a jar with a tight fitting lid.